Opalescence
Tooth Whitening
System
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Opalescence is available only through your dentist. It provides a safe and effective tooth whitening system that predictably removes internal stains from teeth. Opalescence is a 10% carbamide peroxide gel that has been used as an oral antiseptic for many years. When used as directed by your dentist, the procedure is safe and effective whitening usually occurs in days.
Why do teeth discolor?
- Some teeth are naturally too pigmented or stained as they develop.
- Exposure to tea, coffee, juices, colas or tobacco accounts for much of the darkening as we age.
- Tooth discoloration sometimes happens from minerals antibiotic (tetracycline) or an excess of fluoride taken internally during tooth development
- Old fillings, tooth nerve damage, or trauma to teeth can account for darkening.
The patented Opalescence Tooth Whitening System will remove most stains with a gentle sustained release action that will oxidize (bleach)stains within your teeth. Your tooth structure remains unchanged. Experience and research show that 90-95% of patients treated experience some level of tooth whitening. Porcelain restorations and white fillings do not whiten with Opalescence.
What is the treatment procedure?
Most patients use Opalescence while they sleep. Your dentist will decide how many nights your treatment will take for maximum results. Most patients will need to bleach for only three to eight nights. In some cases, your dentist may recommend bleaching during waking hours and possibly for shorter time periods.
Your dentist will examine your teeth and gums to assure good oral health. Old fillings may need to be replaced and/or decayed areas treated and filled.
An impression of your teeth will be taken to guarantee proper fit of the custom bleaching tray fabricated by your dentist. The thin, soft plastic tray plastic
provides sufficient comfort to allow bleaching while you sleep. Once the tray is made, your dentist will explain how to use Opalescence bleaching gel. l l
Other information
Research and experience show that the whitening effect from the Opalescence treatment usually lasts for years. Teeth may darken faster if exposed again to staining products such as tobacco, coffee or juices. However, the teeth will probably remain significantly lighter than if no treatment had been done. Your dentist may recommend a toothpaste, such as the Opalescence Tooth Whitening Creme, to help minimize the formation of external stains on your teeth. Touch-up bleaching is available if you and your dentist feel it is appropriate. Two to four nights of bleaching performed at six month to four year intervals may be all that is necessary.
Some difficult, darker stains may naturally require longer treatment than some milder stains. Depending on your teeth and type of staining, results will vary. Your dentist can explain the type of results you can expect from the treatment.
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